China's transport network is on fire! Under the ambitious 14th Five-Year Plan (2021-2025), the country has set a new global benchmark by becoming home to the world's largest high-speed railway, highway, and postal networks. 🚄🏍️
By the end of 2024, the operational railway mileage reached an astounding 162,000 kilometers, highlighted by an extra 10,000 kilometers of high-speed rail. These transformative upgrades are driving economic progress and connecting millions like never before!
In just the past year, around 180 million people traveled across regions daily, 160 million tonnes of goods were moved, and an impressive 478 million express parcels were delivered each day. These numbers, shared by Liu Wei, China's minister of transport at a Beijing press briefing, reflect the historic growth the sector has witnessed.
This rapid transformation isn’t just about grand statistics—it’s about creating a future of seamless connectivity and modern mobility that resonates with our fast-paced, tech-savvy lifestyle. For young professionals and tech enthusiasts across South and Southeast Asia, these developments signal innovative possibilities in transportation and infrastructure! 😊
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